Crimes that involve using physical force or violence against someone can have serious consequences. Luckily, like most states, Oklahoma makes significant allowances for the use of force when you’re acting in self-defense. But self-defense laws vary by state, and they can often be pretty confusing. So what exactly counts as…
Domestic violence can be charged in a number of different ways in Oklahoma. Regardless of the details of the charges, however, it is vital to have on your side a dedicated criminal defense attorney with experience in domestic violence cases. From our team of Oklahoma defense attorneys at Jacqui Ford…
Assault is a serious crime, but it can be tricky to define what the term means. Definitions vary by state. If you live in Oklahoma, it’s critical to know your rights and understand what is considered assault in the state. Our criminal defense attorneys at Jacqui Ford Law have years…
Domestic violence cases are serious procedures. Every state wants to see abusers brought to justice. In a domestic violence case, there may be an issue with the victim. They may not want to press charges against their abuser. What happens in this case? Our criminal defense team at Jacqui Ford…
Domestic violence is when there is a threat or an actual attempt to use physical force against someone you live with. The penalties for domestic violence are harsh, and when domestic violence happens in the presence of a child, they are that much more severe, with long jail sentences and…
When someone kills another person, it is considered homicide. However, there are some situations in which the killing is not illegal, which are defined under Oklahoma law as “excusable homicide” or “justifiable homicide.” Charges may still be brought against the defendant if the district attorney believes the killing was criminal. Understanding…
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